4400 Massachusetts Ave. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20016-8058 Phone 202/885-2746 E-mail sarisky@american.edu Website www.american.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Audio Technology, minor in Audio Technology. Program: Housed in the Department of Computer Science, Audio Technology and Physics, the program concentrates on the art and science of music and audio production, electronic recording, and computer and electronic systems. The department's studios give the students hands-on experience in a full-featured facility with 2-inch/24-track analog, Pro Tools|HD and a great mic collection. Electronic music studios provide everything from a Moog Modular to digital workstations.

813 Rivers St., Boone, NC 28608 Phone 828/262-3020 E-mail music@appstate.edu Website www.music.appstate.edu/recording Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music Industry Studies; Bachelor's of Music in Performance, Education and Music Therapy. Program: The Music Industry Studies major features a music recording and production concentration offering undergraduate-level training in the principles of music and sound recording and audio post-production. Other concentrations prepare students for careers in arts management, promotions, music merchandising and manufacturing. The 24-track facility offers digital mixing, multiple editing workstations and industry-standard peripherals. The Broyhill Music Center also includes two performance halls, an opera studio, MIDI studio, computer labs, a music library, rehearsal halls and practice rooms. Off-campus music industry internships.

100-5 Patco Ct., Islandia, NY 11749 Phone 631/582-8999 E-mail inquiries@audiotraining.com Website www.audiotraining.com Degrees/Certificates: Certificate offered for graduates of our 8-month program. Program: 8-month 170-hour program with extensive hands-on experience. Classes are limited to five students during the hands-on portion. Experience on 24-track digital equipment including 5.1 mixing course with Mac G4 computers. Qualifying graduates secure their first job at the school as members of the Recording Engineers Association.

4525 Vineland Rd., Ste. 201B, Orlando, FL 32811 Phone 888/543-2784 E-mail info@audiocareer.com Website www.audiocareer.com Degrees/Certificates: 45-week Audio Engineering diploma. Program: Students prepare for employment in the audio production industry, including music production and sequencing, sound editing for film and TV, sound effects design and mastering, and film post in a THX pm3 — certified mixing theater. An accredited member of ACCSCT, the emphasis is hands-on training. Studios are equipped with everything you need, from ProControl to SSL digital. Placement assistance is provided, and financial aid is available to qualified applicants. Class size is limited to six students.

Box 5000, Wilson, NC 27893 Phone 800/345-4973 E-mail pvalera@barton.edu Website www.barton.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.A. in Mass Communication (Audio Recording Technology concentration). Program: Extensive hands-on training in a 32-track recording studio and a digital audio studio. Very low student/teacher ratio. Curriculum includes: studio recording; MIDI, electronic music; digital audio workstation recording, editing and mixing; production audio for film and video; audio post-production for film and video; and an internship program. Facilities include a Soundcraft Sapphyre Lc analog console with automation, outboard gear, Pentium IV computers with software by Pro Tools, Cakewalk, Nemesys, TC Electronic, etc. Keyboards and modules by Kurzweil, Korg, Roland, Alesis and Yamaha.

1900 Belmont Blvd., Nashville, TN 37212-3757 Phone 615/460-5504 E-mail hamiltonp@mail.belmont.edu Website www.belmont.edu Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's of Business Administration with emphasis in Music Business. Program: The CEMB offers an award-winning faculty and staff of music business professionals and a program combining classroom experience with real-world application. Owns and operates three renowned recording facilities including the multi-Platinum Ocean Way Nashville, historic RCA Studio B and the Center for Music Business. Students have access to eight state-of-the-art recording studios and a full range of digital and analog recording equipment, and both vintage and current signal processors, microphones and DAWs.

1140 Boylston St., Boston, MA 02215 Phone 800/BERKLEE E-mail admissions@berklee.edu Website www.berklee.edu Degrees/Certificates: four-year Bachelor's of Music or four-year Professional Diploma. Program: Established in 1945, Berklee College of Music is the world's largest independent music college. Over 3,900 students and 460 faculty members interact in an environment designed to provide the most complete learning experience possible. The college offers 12 majors, over 270 ensembles, six recital halls, 300 practice rooms, 12 professional recording studios and Media Center with current industry technology. More information on the Music Production and Engineering major can be found at: http://classes.berklee.edu/mpe.

647 Dr. Mary Mcleod Bethune Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114 Phone 386/481-2740 E-mail polks@cookman.edu Website www.cookman.edu/Music/musictechnology.htm Degrees/Certificates: B.S. in Music Technology; 4-year degree program; Pro Tools training. Program: The Bethune-Cookman College Music Technology Degree Program (MTECH) is a four-year program designed to prepare students for a career in the rapidly expanding music technology industry. Students are admitted with the same standard as all undergraduate programs in music, and take the full musicianship sequence, including applied music. Students also take classes in analog and digital audio, advanced computer applications, marketing, management, recording productions and techniques.

197 Franklin St., Auburn, NY 13021 Phone 315/255-1743 E-mail keeler@cayuga-cc.edu Website www.telcomcayuga.org; www.cayuga-cc.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year A.A.S. in Audio Production, two-year A.A.S. in Radio/TV Broadcasting, two-year A.A.S. in Telecommunications Technology. Concentrations in Video Production, Digital and Interactive Media, Broadcast Journalism and Electronic Publishing Program: The college's facilities include a 32-track recording studio, FM radio station, television studio, remote truck and digital media lab. Industry internships are required. In-state tuition is $2,900/year. Residential housing is available. Cayuga is a unit of the State University of New York.

1105 Kelly Dr., Sanford, NC 27330 Phone 919/718-7257 E-mail bfreeman@cccc.edu Website www.cccc.edu Degrees/Certificates: 1-year diploma in Radio Production, 1-year diploma in Television Production, 2-year Associate Degree in Applied Science in Broadcast Production Technology. Program: Radio production students study analog and digital audio recording, mic techniques and multitrack production with Cool Edit Pro and Pro Tools Digi001. Additionally, students operate the college's 3,000-watt station, WDCC 90.5 FM. Television students study linear and nonlinear editing on Avid systems, directing, producing, video photography, field production, video graphics, broadcast writing and reporting.

The Sonic Arts Center, Shepard Hall Room #72, West 140th and Convent Ave., New York, NY 10031 Phone 212/650-8288 E-mail sonicart@crow.admin.ccny.cuny.edu Website http://sonic.arts.ccny.cuny.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.F.A. in Music (Audio Technology concentration). Program: Exciting seven-studio facility featuring Pro Tools 6, Logic Platinum 6, software synths, plug-ins, all running on gigabit-connected Macintosh G5 computers. Small classes allow ample faculty/student interaction and six hours of lab time per-week, per-course. In-depth coursework prepares students for various careers in the audio and music technology industries.

432 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203 Phone 518/454-5178 E-mail nelsonm@mail.strose.edu Website www.strose.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music, Music Industry emphasis; part-time M.A. in Music Technology. Program: The College of Saint Rose Music Industry core includes technology, music business and commercial music. The technology area includes required courses in recording engineering, record production, Pro Tools, MIDI. Music business courses include survey, artist management, entertainment law. Commercial music offerings include songwriting, arranging, conducting and applied study. On-campus multitrack studio equipped with Pro Tools, DA-78HR and MCI JH24, a Pro Tools edit room and MIDI lab with 15 Mac-based DAWs.

600 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15282 Phone 412/396-5983 E-mail kikta@duq.edu Website www.music.duq.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M. in Sound Recording Technology, B.M. in Technology Performance, B.M. in Technology Composition, Masters of Music Technology, Summer Recording Seminars. Program: Duquesne offers unique programs that blend a strong music performance education with recording and music technologies. On-campus facilities include two 24-track fully automated digital studios, mastering lab, digital music tech lab and workstation lab with 28 digital audio workstations. Hands-on experience is offered in a wide variety of degree programs. AES chapter meets regularly. Professional faculty includes Thomas Kikta and Francisco Rodriguez (Digital Dynamics Audio Inc.), Bill Purse and Lynn Purse (Aergo Electronic Ensembles).

1460 Oxford St. East, London, Ontario N5Y 5RX Phone 519/452-4130 E-mail tmcmanus@fanshawec.ca Website www.musicindustryarts.com Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Diploma in Music Industry Arts. 1-year post-Diploma program in Digital Applications (Advanced Digital Audio and Digital Video Editing). Program: Started in 1975, Music Industry Arts offers a thorough 2-year education that provides a myriad number of career options. 24/7 access to two state-of-the-art recording studios with Pro Tools and traditional 2-inch tracking machines. Our studios and 10-station MIDI facility are equipped with dual-processor G5s and the latest software. The Digital Applications Program accepts graduates from other programs.

4355 Lakeshore Dr., Canandaigua, NY 14424 Phone 585/394-3500 E-mail admissions@snyflcc.fingerlakes.edu Website www.fingerlakes.edu Degrees/Certificates: two-year A.S. Music Recording Technology degree. Program: The recording facility contains two recording rooms and a spacious control room. Single instruments to a full symphony orchestra can be accommodated in the 2,000-plus-square-foot recording room. Installed in the control room are a Mackie Digital 8-Bus console and 24 tracks of Tascam DA-88s. Editing and mastering are done on hard disk via MOTU 2408 using Samplitude Studio. Final mixes can be recorded onto DAT, MD or CD-RW.

57 Vliet St., Spotswood, NJ 08884 Phone 732/251-7775 E-mail contact@firedogstudios.com Website www.firedogstudios.com Degrees/Certificates: Recording Arts program including analog and nonlinear editing techniques. Program: Along with recording and mixing techniques, courses cover recording session procedures, signal flow, microphone techniques and operating recording equipment. The studio features a Pro Tools|HD system with Control24, and a selection of microphones and gear.

PO Box 1422, Eatontown, NJ 07724 Phone 732/741-1275 E-mail hector@fitsandstarts.com Website www.fitsandstarts.com Degrees/Certificates: Certificate of Achievement for completing seminar offered by the school. Program: The leading provider of audio seminars in North America, having conducted over 300 surround sound seminars. The multichannel audio seminars tour each year to 30 cities in five regions, featuring industry experts Mike Sokol and Hector La Torre. Colleges, private recording schools and studios should call to host the seminar. A new series of “H.O.W-To Church Audio Workshops” is also now touring the U.S.

305 North Service Rd., Dix Hills, NY 11746 Phone 631/424-7000 E-mail admissions@ftc.edu Website www.fivetowns.edu Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's of Music in Jazz/Commercial Music, with concentrations in performance, composition/songwriting, musical theater, audio recording technology and music business. Bachelor's degree program in Music Education. Bachelor's of Professional Studies (B.P.S.). Degree program in Business Management, with concentrations in audio recording technology, music business, video arts and theater arts. Program: The college is equipped with 16/32/64/72-channel SSL 9000J audio recording studios and MIDI labs. The Dix Hills Center for the Performing Arts has been described as “acoustically perfect.”

3300 University Blvd., Winter Park, FL 32792 Phone 800/226-7625 E-mail admissions@fullsail.com Website www.fullsail.com Degrees/Certificates: Associate and Bachelor of Science degree programs in Computer Animation, Digital Media, Entertainment Business, Film, Game Design & Development, Recording Arts and Show Production & Touring. Program: Full Sail offers hands-on training in a state-of-the-art multimedia complex with multiple pro recording studios, featuring the Amek 9098i, SSL 9000J and Digidesign ProControl consoles. The Recording Arts facilities feature one-on-one lab environments housing industry-standard digital and analog consoles, as well as over 90 Pro Tools stations. The Recording Arts curriculum includes courses in recording and mixing consoles, audio post-production, workstations and session recording. Career placement assistance is provided, and financial aid available.

299 Broadway, Ste. 1510, New York, NY 10007 Phone 212/223-3500 E-mail info@fmctraining.com Website www.FMCtraining.com Degrees/Certificates: Pro Tools Operator and Pro Tools Expert certifications Program: The nation's premier digital media training center provides a complete range of manufacturer-authorized training in digital media, including nonlinear editing, sound design, Web design and programming, video streaming, DVD authoring, 3-D animation, compositing and desktop publishing. FMC has recently moved to a new state-of-the-art facility, which will include a new upgraded Digidesign audio suite.

75 Poplar St., Atlanta, GA 30302 Phone 404/651-3676 E-mail rsthompson@gsu.edu Website www.music.gsu.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.Mus. in Music Technology; B.Mus. in Music Composition/Computer Music; M.Mus. in Music Composition/Computer Music; B.S. in Music Managment; B.Mus. in Music Management. Program: Undergraduate and graduate studies in music technology. Emphasis on digital audio recording, signal processing and music production. Pro Tools|HD systems. Comprehensive internship program.

901 S. Main St., High Point, NC 27260 Phone 336/334-4822 E-mail jtlittle@gtcc.edu Website www.gtcc.edu Degrees/Certificates: A.A.S. in Recording Engineering, Concert Sound and Lighting, Artist/Music Management, Music Performance. Program: 2-year, state-of-the-art music industry program. Facilities include four recording studios, indoor theater/lighting studio and outdoor amphitheater, and two complete electronic music classrooms.

Department of Music, Hampton, VA 23668 Phone 757/727-5237 E-mail robert.ransom@hamptonu.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music with an emphasis in Music Engineering Technology. Program: The Music Engineering program is designed for students who desire a career in audio engineering, music recording, audio equipment design, sound reinforcement, broadcasting, audio sales or studio maintenance. Students can complete this program, including an internship, in four years. Students who are admitted must have an applied instrument, voice, trumpet, strings, etc.

118 Sherbourne St., Toronto, Ontario M5A 2R2 Phone 416/367-0178 E-mail harrisinstitute@rogers.com Website http://harrisinstitute.com Degrees/Certificates: 1-year diploma. Programs in Recording Arts Management (RAM) and Producing/Engineering Program (PEP). Program: 84 courses relating to the business, technical and creative aspects of the music industry. Faculty includes 54 music industry leaders. The 16,000-square-foot facility includes Pro Tools in the audio post-production suite, Logic Audio in the MIDI/multitrack suite and 24-track digital multitrack in the music recording control room.

525 Bryant St., N.W. Rm. 230, Washington, D.C. 20059 Phone 202/806-7927 E-mail swilliams@howard.edu Website www.howard.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.A. in audio production, 4-year B.A. in television production, 4-year B.A. in film production, 4-year B.A. in telecommunications management, 2-year MFA in film. Program: The school offers courses in radio production, audio for visual media and multitrack recording/mixing. The department has six Pro Tools — equipped audio studios including one state-of-the-art post-production facility that uses Pro Tools|HD. Audio courses provide hands-on instruction, and students have access to the university's professionally run WHUR-FM and the student-run WHBC-AM stations.

64 University Place, New York, NY 10003 Phone 800/544-2501 E-mail contact@audioschool.com Website www.audioschool.com Degrees/Certificates: diploma in Audio Recording and Production, plus Bachelor's Degree credit at participating universities and colleges. Program: Intensive nine-month program features digital audio and digital music production, analog and digital recording and mixing, signal processing technologies, audio post, MIDI applications, music business and DAW operations. Equipment features Mac-based platform running on OS 9/X, Pro Tools, Digital Performer, Reason. New all-digital studio with Sony DMX-R100 dual consoles. 18,000-square-foot facility in the heart of Greenwich Village. Professional studio internships and graduate-placement assistance. Licensed by NYS Education Department, approved for veterans training, accredited by ACCSCT. Financial aid for eligible students.

3322 Whalen Center for Music, Ithaca, NY 14850 Phone 607/274-3366 E-mail tplant@ithaca.edu Website www.ithaca.edu/music Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Sound Recording Technology (4 years). Program: Facilities include 24-track SSL/Pro Tools|HD recording studios, 8-track Yamaha 02R/Pro Tools production studio, three electroacoustic music studios. This program trains musicians to be engineers and includes a curriculum of music theory, history, performance studies and liberal arts, as well as specialized coursework in recording and editing, electroacoustic music, repair and calibration, and recording workshops. All recording majors are hired as work-study engineers in the School of Music for four years. Very small class sizes. Audition and interview for admission are required.

Department of Music, Annville, PA 17003 Phone 717/867-6275 E-mail hill@lvc.edu Website www.lvc.edu/music Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M. in Music Recording Technology and B.S. in Music Business. Program: LVC is a private liberal arts college that combines a strong, traditional music curriculum with industry-related courses and experiences. Studies include music theory, history, performance, studio production and recording industry operations. NASM-accredited. Facilities include two 24-track recording studios (analog and digital), various computer labs for audio/video/new-media development, and Pro Tools production/editing/mastering rooms.

Faculty of Music, 555 Sherbrooke St. West, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1E3 Phone 514/398-4535 E-mail wieslaw@music.mcgill.ca Website www.music.mcgill.ca/mmt Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Master's of Music Degree in Sound Recording; Ph.D. degree. Program: The graduate sound recording program combines practical and theoretical training in studio techniques, microphone selection and placement, digital sound processing and related subjects. Also included are technical ear training to improve auditory perception and hands-on experience working with musicians, ranging from solo performers to full symphony orchestras. Three fully equipped control rooms, four performance venues, three post-production editing studios, a separate four-studio suite for electroacoustic music, multichannel audio research lab and two computer labs.

277 Martine Ave., White Plains, NY 10601 Phone 914/948-3666 E-mail psteinman@mercy.edu Website www.mercy.edu/cda Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music Industry and Technology. Program: Located 20 miles from New York City along with other media-related programs in game development, animation and Web design. Five 16-station labs, three recording studios and a performance theater. Comprehensive curriculum in digital audio, MIDI, synthesis, music business and music theory. Experienced faculty working within the industry. Competitive admission.

11380 N.W. 27th Ave., Miami, FL 33167 Phone 305/237-1185 Website www.mdcc.edu/dfvbeta Degrees/Certificates: Associate Science Degree in Radio, Television, Broadcast Programming; Associate Science Degree in Film Production; Certificate in Television Production; Associate Arts Degree in Mass Communication. Program: The program is designed for students who intend to seek employment in radio, television and film production. It stresses hands-on equipment, and students have access to high-end cameras, editing suites and video graphics animation facilities, and complete portfolio-quality production.

PO Box 21, Murfreesboro, TN 37132 Phone 615/898-2578 E-mail record@mtsu.edu Website www.mtsu.edu/~record Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Recording Industry; 3-year MFA in Recording Arts and Technology (pending). Program: The Recording Industry department offers two concentrations: production & technology, and music business. With over 45 different courses, the RI program is the most comprehensive in the country. Facilities include three on-campus studios featuring SSL and Studer digital consoles, MIDI and Pro Tools labs, mastering and listening labs, and post-production lab. Mixing and mastering in 5.1 channels are available. Two new studios are under construction. AES and SMPTE student chapters meet regularly.

888, de Maisonneuve East, Tower 3, Ste. 440, Montreal, Quebec H2L 4S8 Phone 514/521-2060 E-mail info@musitechnic.com Website www.musitechnic.com Degrees/Certificates: Computer-Assisted Sound Design, 1 year; Attestation of Collegial Studies (A.E.C.). Program: Musitechnic is the creator of the “Computer-Assisted Sound Design 901.24” collegial training program, offered in French or English. A thorough exploration of the technical and artistic facets of current hardware and software. Located in downtown Montreal and easily accessible by public transportation, Musitechnic offers its students a spacious, comfortable and professional work environment. Respected industry professionals teach the program.

One Education Dr., Garden City, NY 11530 Phone 516/572-7446 E-mail musoff@sunynassau.edu Website www.sunynassau.edu Degrees/Certificates: 1-year certificate in Studio Recording Technology. Program: This three-semester program is designed to introduce students to music and recording technology, provides a broad perspective of the music industry and acquaints students with musical structures (intellectually and aurally). Technical skills and internship training will be acquired in a professional recording studio (at an off-campus location).

10 Brookline Place West, Brookline, MA 02445-7295 Phone 800/903-4425 E-mail lehmannr@aii.edu Website www.neia.aii.edu Degrees/Certificates: Associate of Science in Audio Production, 2-year; B.S. in Audio & Media Technology, 4-year. Program: You'll get a solid grounding in critical listening, computer music and the physics of sounds, plus exposure to the actual situations you'll run into in your professional career. On the engineering side, you'll learn on our 32-channel automated SSL SL6000E/G+ mixing console and Otari MX80 2-inch 24-track.

1 College Circle, Bangor, ME 04401 Phone 888/877-1876 E-mail info@nescom.edu Website www.nescom.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Associate of Science in Communications, Audio Engineering Concentration; 4-year B.S. in Communications Audio Engineering Concentration. Program: Degree programs offering intensive, hands-on instruction in analog and digital sound recording for music, television, radio and digital media. With advanced training in studio techniques using digital technology in an expansive on-site recording studio, students master the skills of recording, producing, mastering and distribution of audio. Lab classes are limited in size, allowing for individualized lab time.

Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions, 35 West 4th St., Room 777, New York, NY 10012-1172 Phone 212/998-5422 E-mail musictechgrad.info@nyu.edu Website www.education.nyu.edu/music Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M. in Music Technology and Recording Arts; 2-year Master's of Music in Music Technology. Program: NYU's premier Music Technology program teaches composers, performers, recording engineers and others to use tools of technology to realize their ideas. The program's breadth supports applications to film scoring, multimedia, computer music, Tonmeister studies, interactive performance and collaborations. Our intense musical approach supports research and artistic production around the world. Facilities include 12 sophisticated recording and computer music studios.

PO Box 189, Colonia, NJ 07067 Phone 732/574-9672 E-mail owlmax@aol.com Website www.owlinvestigations.com Degrees/Certificates: Video Authenticity certification, Audio Authenticity certification, Voice Identification. Program: Fully equipped lab features the Avid Forensic workstation, which enables hands-on experience for all participants. Audio enhancement and authenticity, video enhancement and authenticity, voice identifications are all offered. Evidence procedures, legal questions and courtroom testimony related to the above specialties will be discussed.

300 Jay St., #V411, Brooklyn, NY 11201 Phone 718/260-5588 E-mail dsmith@citytech.cuny.edu Website www.citytech.cuny.edu/academics/deptsites/enttech/index.shtml Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.T. in Entertainment Technology. Certificates in sound, lighting, scenic construction and show control technologies. Program: City Tech's hands-on program focuses on sound for live entertainment. We feature low tuition and a world-class faculty. Our location in the heart of the live entertainment world offers professional opportunities in addition to in-school production work. Our state-of-the-art labs feature $1.5 million in equipment, including Apogee Sound, Dataton, EAW, Crest, Crown, Level Control Systems, Mackie, Medialon, Meyer, Richmond Sound Design, Stage Research and TC Electronic.

35 West 4th St., Ste. 777, New York, NY 10012 Phone 212/998-5422 E-mail musictechgrad.info@nyu.edu Website www.nyu.edu/education/music/mtech/ Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M. in Music Technology, 2-year M.M. in Music Technology, 2-year M.M. in Music Technology Scoring for Film and Multimedia Sequence, 2-year M.M. in Music Technology Tonemeister Honors Sequence that includes Tonmeister certification. Program: Prepares for careers in recording engineering, production and post, A/V mastering, audio maintenance and repair, synth programming, multimedia and software development. 14 recording and primarily Mac computer music studios, A/V studio with video projection and THX systems, analog synthesis studio, a video digitizing and DVD-authoring studio, plus a 20-bit Sonic Solutions digital mastering room. Audio hardware includes Digidesign's Pro Tools|HD and MixPlus. SSL and Tascam consoles.

Department of Music, 351 Ryder Hall, Boston, MA 02115 Phone 617/373-2440 E-mail l.janikian@neu.edu Website www.music.neu.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.S. in Music Industry; B.S. in Music Technology (Composition for New Media); B.A. in Music Literature and Performance; B.S. dual-major in Multimedia Studies and Music Technology. Program: According to U.S. News & World Report, Northeastern is the Number One university in the country for programs requiring students to combine classroom learning with real-world experience. You will work professionally for 18 months, alternating with semesters in school. All degree programs with co-op takes five years.

PO Box 1125, NAVAIR, Lakehurst, NJ 08733-1125 Phone 732/657-4000 E-mail dbourke@mail.ocvts.org Degrees/Certificates: ½-year Audio Engineering certificate. Program: This program was started in 1996 and is offered to high school and post-secondary students — the first one of its kind offered at the high-school level in New Jersey. 450 hours per year, emphasis on hands-on recording by students. Upgraded program facilities include three control rooms overlooking main studio, audio computer lab, separate mixing suite and three digital audio workstation suites.

5609 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852 Phone 301/230-9100 E-mail school@omegastudios.com Website www.omegastudios.com Degrees/Certificates: Five certificate programs nationally accredited by ACCSCT, approved by the Maryland Higher Education Commission and approved for veterans' educational benefits. Avid-authorized education center. Program: The Omega Studios School functions within the four-studio Omega Recording Studios complex, offering five comprehensive programs, including Recording Engineering and Studio Techniques, Electronic Music Synthesizers and MIDI, Sound Reinforcement for Live Performance, Audio Production Techniques (featuring Pro Tools Operator certification) and Essentials of Music Business.

502 Newbold St., London, Ontario N6E 1K6 Phone 519/686-5010 E-mail inquiry@oiart.ca Website www.oiart.ca Degrees/Certificates: 1-year, college-level diploma in Audio Recording Technology. Program: North America's first and longest-running integrated immersion program (since 1983). A full-time faculty and 6:1 student/instructor ratio allows well-qualified students from around the world to thrive on creative development while acquiring a genuine skill set. Within six studios equipped with professional-level analog and digital gear, students learn problem-solving through signal flow, and how and why things work. The 1,200-plus-hour program are all in-studio, with 50% dedicated to student hands-on time.

192 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA 02481 Phone 781/431-8708 x11 E-mail info@paudio.com Website www.paudio.com Degrees/Certificates: Certificate of Completion for each course (except Golden Ears). Program: Faculty: David Moulton, Tom Bates, Brian Doser and David Franz. Courses for audio professionals include Golden Ears, Critical Listening for Audio Professionals, Principles of Audio for Professionals, Principles of Pro Tools, Pro Tools for Pros: Intermediate/Advanced, Growing Your Personal/Project Studio, Signal Processing I & II, Acoustics for Audio Professionals, etc.

1 East Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore, MD 21202 Phone 410/659-8100 x8136 E-mail apk@peabody.jhu.edu Website www.peabody.jhu.edu/recording-arts Degrees/Certificates: five-year Bachelor's Degree in Recording Arts, two-year Master's Degree in Audio Recording and Acoustics. Program: Comprehensive math/science/music-based degrees in recording arts. Fully automated digital facilities. See Website.

103 Arts Building, University Park, PA 16802 Phone 814/863-4879 E-mail CurtisCraig@psu.edu Website www.psu.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year BFA in Technical Theater (Sound Design); 4-year B.A. in Integrative Arts. Program: 3 theaters (all with automation systems: AudioBox, LCS and SFX PASC), recital hall, project recording studio, MIDI/mixdown suite, two computer labs (one Mac-only, one mixed platform) with audio facilities. Full-time faculty in sound design and electroacoustic music, and a graduate-level program in acoustics.

1926 NE 154th St., North Miami Beach, FL 33162 Phone 888/277-0457 E-mail mail@protoolstraining.com Website www.protoolstraining.com Degrees/Certificates: Digidesign Pro Tools Operator certification (music or post-production), Digidesign Pro Tools Expert certification (music or post-production). Program: We are the premier Digidesign-certified Pro School with locations in Miami, Nashville, Atlanta and Texas. We offer all levels of Pro Tools training and have multiple Grammy winners as teachers, including Roger Nichols and Charles Dye. Our facilities are outfitted with Pro Tools|HD, ProControl/Control|24 boards and a host of other pro audio hardware. Our classes are intense and condensed to fit the professional schedule.

Box 6968, Radford, VA 24142 Phone 540/831-6174 E-mail bmahin@radford.edu Website www.radford.edu/~cmt Degrees/Certificates: B.M. Music and Technology, 4-year program; M.A. Computer Music, 2-year program. Program: Housed in the Center for Music Technology, facilities include MIDI/audio studio, A/V surround sound studio and 13-station lab. Focus on composition, performance, mixing, software development and production techniques. Digital Ensemble.

111 Peter St. Ste. 708, Toronto, Ontario M5V 2H1 Phone 416/977-5074 E-mail toronto@recordingarts.com Website www.recordingarts.com. Degrees/Certificates: Sound & Music Recording, Digital Media. Program: RAC has a one-student-per-workstation ratio. Our Digital Sound and Music facilities include over 40 studios, workstations and labs. Our Digital Media studios feature the latest in computer and software technologies. Our “Dolby-certified Surround Mixing” Theaters and Foley Studio have hosted acclaimed film clients‥

390, Notre-Dame Ouest Bureau 320, Montreal, Quebec H2Y IT9 Phone 514/286-4336 E-mail montrea@recordingarts.com Website www.recordingarts.com Degrees/Certificates: Sound & Music Recording, Digital Media. Program: RAC is host to students from across Canada, as well as to many international and American students. Toronto and Montreal are known around the world as culturally vibrant, safe, clean and affordable cities. Both cities are hot spots for the international film, music, recording and digital graphics industries. Our college-level programs combine a strong academic foundation, reinforced by extensive hands-on studio experience. Over 60 percent of our training is delivered in our studios and labs, working side-by-side with instructional staff.

16051 West Dixie Highway, 2nd Floor, North Miami Beach, FL 33160 Phone 305/944-7494 E-mail saemiami@sae.edu Website www.sae.edu Degrees/Certificates: 9/18-month Audio Technology Diploma (full-time/part-time) and djschool@sae “Turntable Essence” certificate provides the amateur DJ with instruction and lab time utilizing the newest technology available. Our unprecedented DJ studio is packed with equipment by Rane, Numark, Denon, Stanton, Digidesign, Vestax and many more. Program: SAE Institute of Technology is the largest audio and multimedia institute in the world, backed by 28 years of audio and multimedia education experience in over 22 countries. State-of-the-art equipment and facilities offer students maximum hands-on studio time, while providing professional instruction in all aspects of recording and production. Further U.S. expansion to be announced.

7 Music Circle North, Nashville, TN 37203 Phone 615/244-5848 E-mail saenash@sae.edu Website www.sae.edu Degrees/Certificates: 9/18-month Audio Technology Diploma (full-time/part-time).

1293 Broadway, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10001 Phone 212/944-9121 E-mail saeny@sae.edu Website www.sae.edu Degrees/Certificates: 9/18-month Audio Technology Diploma (full-time/part-time), new Electronic Music Production Certificate. Four independent courses offered strictly as a part-time program that encompass composing, producing and creating electronic music.

PO Box 2072, Savavannah, GA 31401-2072 Phone 800/869-7223 E-mail admission@scad.edu Website www.scad.edu/dept/snds.

2315 Elmwood Ave., Kenmore, NY 14217 Phone 716/873-2717 E-mail info@selectsound.com Website www.selectsound.com Degrees/Certificates: Six New York state-accredited Recording Technologies programs. Each program is 12 weeks and three credits. Program: Select Sound Studios is a full-service recording facility specializing in education. Four production rooms offer students the opportunity to work in 24-track analog studios, Pro Tools TDM studios, a MIDI suite and a mastering suite. Topics include the history of recording, physics of sound, studio acoustics, the recording chain, microphone techniques, operation of tape recorders, mixing consoles and Pro Tools native and TDM systems. New for this year is a personnel placement program.

820 Tenth St., Castlegar, BC V1L 3C7 Phone 250/505-1355 E-mail sparish@selkirk.bc.ca Website http://selkirk.bc.ca Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Certificates in Music: Performance, Engineering or Composition. 2+2 agreement with Berklee School of Music: Our first two years are equivalent to Berklee's first two years. Program: A contemporary music program with an emphasis on music technology. We have a state-of-the-art Pro Tools/ProControl studio and numerous project studios. Instruction and ensembles in all styles of contemporary music, rock, R&B, Latin, country, jazz, metal and more.

13816 Sunnybrook Rd., Phoenix, MD 21131 Phone 800/355-6613 E-mail institute@sheffieldav.com Website www.sheffieldav.com Degrees/Certificates: Audio-Works Program: 290 clock hours/full- or part-time Audio Engineering program. VideoWorks Program: 244 clock hours/full- or part-time Video Production program. TechWorks Program: 380 clock hours/full- or part-time Systems Integration, Installation and Maintenance. Program: Classes taught at Sheffield Audio/Video Productions, a mid-Atlantic recording and video facility. AudioWorks courses include three levels of recording engineering, MIDI, nonlinear digital audio (Pro Tools), live sound/remote recording. VideoWorks courses include camera, lighting, nonlinear digital video (Avid). TechWorks courses include basic electronics, test equipment/signal identification, cable construction, installation and maintenance. Hands-on learning featuring equipment such as SSL console and Avid editing systems.

1460 University Dr., Winchester, VA 22601 Phone 540/665-5567 E-mail goneill@su.edu Website www.su.edu Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's of Music, Commercial Music emphasis. Program: Shenandoah University is located in a new state-of-the-art facility featuring an SSL 4000 G+ console with automation. Students receive hands-on training and experience by recording over 300 concerts, student and faculty recitals, and internal and external projects every year. In addition to the SSL, we have world-class processing, a large selection of pro microphones and two MIDI/editing suites where students use software programs such as Pro Tools|24, Cubase VST and Cakewalk Pro Audio.

1146 Mason Hall, Fredonia, NY 14063 Phone 716/673-4634 E-mail bernd.gottinger@fredonia.edu Website www.fredonia.edu/som/srt Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music with an emphasis on Sound Recording Technology. Program: Operated from within the School of Music. Accredited by NASM. Modeled after European Tonmeister training. Competence in playing a musical instrument and in sciences must be demonstrated through scheduled audition. High placement rate: Internships at leading facilities are available on a regular basis. Five recently completed studios, SSL console, 24-track analog and digital recording, MIDI/sampling labs. Students receive a minimum of 650 hours in-studio experience.

PO Box 223501, West Palm Beach, FL 33422-3501 Phone 561/697-7772 E-mail info@tophatproductions.net Website www.tophatproductions.net Degrees/Certificates: Certificate of Completion. Program: Learn how to get your voice on radio and TV commercials, video and CD-ROM narrations, corporate training videos and more. This program is taught by three seasoned radio, TV and voice-over professionals from an award-winning audio production company. Learn script interpretation, diction and inflection, creating your demo, studio etiquette, finding work, marketing, launching your career.

149 College St., Toronto, Ontario M5T 1P5 Phone 416/966-3066 Website www.trebas.com Degrees/Certificates: 1-year diploma programs in Audio Engineering, Recorded Music Production, Music Business Administration, Film/Television Production, New-Media Development and 3-D Animation. B.A. in Sound Technology (2 years, following 1-year diploma in Audio Engineering) with the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. Program: Established in 1979 to help students acquire knowledge and develop skills for entry into fields of music business, audio, record production, film/TV production, post-production, interactive multimedia and computer animation. Outstanding instructors. High-tech studios and labs. Lifetime national job-search assistance. Grads with major entertainers, studios, companies worldwide. Authorized training center for Cubase and Macromedia. Companion school in Montreal.

10 George St., Wallingford, CT 06492 Phone 800/800-HITS E-mail info@trodnossel.com Website www.trodnossel.com Degrees/Certificates: MRT 1 (offered 2x per year); MRT 2 (offered 1x per year); CRT (offered 1x per year). Program: Modern Recording Techniques is a hands-on technical course in the basics of recording. MRT 1 is a 12-week program comprising seven weeks of theory, with five weeks of hands-on recording sessions. MRT 2 is a hands-on 15-week program. The newly added CRT is a 10 to 12-week computer-based recording class with take-home lab assignments.

1953 Ricardo Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33901 Phone 239/332-4246 E-mail aiannucci@unitygain.com Website www.unitygain.com Degrees/Certificates: Certificate of graduation upon completion of each 48-week program. Program: The Audio Recording Comprehensive program and the Advanced Techniques in Audio Recording are two four-level programs that provide over 250 hours of hands-on recording. Class size is limited, providing a semi-private learning environment in two state-of-the-art recording studios. Students record 20 musical acts on analog and digital formats, utilizing MIDI, direct-to-disk recording and CD production.

200 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117 Phone 860/768-4465 E-mail smetcalfe@hartford.edu Website http://uhaweb.hartford.edu/musicprod Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Music Production and Technology. Program: MPT is a competitive program designed to train musicians for careers in music production. A strong academic background and music audition are required. Training includes recording engineering and production, electronic music, acoustics, electronics, music management, internship and practicum, in addition to music theory, ear training, private lessons (instrument or voice), ensemble and liberal arts. Facilities include several studios, a computer lab and a hard disk — based remote recording system.

200 Bloomfied Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117 Phone 800/766-4024 E-mail britt@hartford.edu Website http://haweb.hartford.edu/wardweb/descaud.htm Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Audio Engineering Technology. Program: Students take a majority of courses in applied audio electronics, in addition to a track of courses in audio studio engineering, acoustics and computer programming. Electives allow students to take additional coursework. Example concentrations include RF communications, recording and computer programming.

46 University Dr., Augusta, ME 04330 Phone 207/621-3267 E-mail richard@mail.caps.maine.edu Website www.uma.maine.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Jazz and Contemporary Music (audio concentration). Program: UMA has the only music program in Maine with a state-of-the-art recording studio. Recording commercial music and advertisements is a significant part of the music industry in Maine. Our internships are a student's best link to employment.

Sound Recording Technology, 35 Wilder St., Ste. 3, Lowell, MA 01854 Phone 978/934-3850 E-mail william_moylan@uml.edu Website www.uml.edu/dept/music/srt Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Sound Recording Technology; Master of Music in Sound Recording Technology (two-year graduate program); Minors in Sound Recording Technology for Electrical Engineering and Computer Science majors (22 credit hours). Program: The B.M. prepares students for production-related careers in the recording industry through studies in music, EE, computer science, math and physics, and a minimum of nine courses in the art and technology of recording. The SRT minors prepare students for technology-development career paths. Supported by eight studios and control rooms: 48-track, MIDI/synthesis, DAW/surround, 8-track, video/post, maintenance/repair, entry-level room.

106 Communication Fine Arts Building, Memphis, TN 38152 Phone 901/678-2559 E-mail jwcline@memphis.edu Website http://music.memphis.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Music Industry. 4-year program with concentrations in Sound Recording Technology, Music Business. Program: The Music Industry Program presents a challenging environment for the independent, spirited musician. Concentrations examine traditional music industry concepts but emphasize developing student's ability to adapt to innovative technologies, practices and creative directions. Instructors maintain active involvement in the music industry. Students enjoy studio access with hands-on training. The Memphis music community offers diverse opportunities and internship possibilities. NASM-accredited.

PO Box 248165, Coral Gables, FL 33124 Phone 305/284-2241 E-mail admission.music@miami.edu Website www.music.miami.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Music Engineering with either a minor in Electrical Engineering or a double-major in Computer Science, Master of Science in Music Engineering. Program: The Music Engineering program accepts undergraduate musicians who desire careers in music recording, audio engineering, audio equipment hardware and software design, sound reinforcement and broadcasting. Graduate students, who must have completed a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, engage in research in audio DSP programming, psychoacoustics and synthesis and must complete a research thesis. Facilities include two state-of-the-art recording studios.

300 Boston Post Rd., West Haven, CT 06516 Phone 203/932-7101 E-mail gmager@newhaven.edu Website www.newhaven.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.A. Music, B.A. Music and Sound Recording, B.S. Music and Sound Recording, B.A. Music Industry. Program: The Music and Sound Recording and the Music Industry programs provide a unique balance of courses in music, sound recording and business, and music industry. The sound recording courses include multitrack recording, digital audio and the use of computers in the recording studio. The music industry courses covers record companies, contracts, recording studio management, copyright law and music publishing.

Music Department, One University Heights, 024 Lipinsky Hall, CPO #2290, Asheville, NC 28804 Phone 828/251-6432 E-mail musica@unca.edu Website www.unca.edu/music Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music Technology, 4-year B.A. in Music with a concentration in Jazz Studies, B.A. in Music (general music studies). Program: The UNCA Music Technology program was established in 1982. The recording facilities include two multitrack studios (both with digital and analog recording equipment), which house a variety of consoles, microphones, signal processors, Pro Tools, etc. The electronic music laboratory houses analog and digital synthesizers, samplers, as well as a Moog, Theremin, etc.

813 Assembly St., Columbia, SC 29208 Phone 803/576-5639 E-mail jfrancis@mozart.sc.edu Website www.music.sc.edu/recording Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Music Engineering Technology (under development). Program: Curriculum includes more than 10 classes in sound recording (pop and classical recording, mixing techniques, workstation editing, digital audio technology and audio-for-video) and music technology (synthesis, signal processing, sequencing and computer music). Facilities include a large recording studio with a 48-input console, 24-track digital recorder and Pro Tools|HD2. There is also an 18-station computer music lab and two electronic music/MIDI studios equipped with 24-input consoles, 8-track digital recorders and Pro Tools workstations.

9817 Huff N Puff Rd., Lakeland, TN 38002 Phone 901/381-3939 E-mail kerry@visibleschool.com Website www.visibleschool.com Degrees/Certificates: 1-year certificate, Audio/Video Production; 2-year certificate, Audio/Video Production; B.A., Liberal Studies in Audio/Video Production (with Crichton College). Program: Visible School is an artistic, technologically edgy audio/video/radio production program in Memphis, training students in the art and skill of production in all formats. The strength of the program is the attention to creative detail, innovation and character for a life career, not just a job. Mac-based courses also taught at Ardent Studios and major studios in the area.

PO Box 208244, New Haven, CT 06520-8244 Phone 203/432-8825 E-mail david.budries@yale.edu Website www.yale.edu/drama/academics/sound/index.html Degrees/Certificates: 3-year MFA in Sound Design; 1-year Sound Engineering internship. Program: The Sound Design Program trains eligible applicants in the theory and practice of professional sound design. Coursework covers script interpretation, compositional elements of design, introductory sound design, fundamentals of sound and music technology, advanced problem-solving, sound delivery systems, advanced digital sound and music technology, design master class and a practical-design thesis project. Qualified students will have numerous opportunities to design for student and Yale Repertory productions.

1011 Glendale Milford Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45215 Phone 513/771-2424 E-mail dyeager@edmc.edu Website: www.socaec.com Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Associates degree in audio/video production. Program: All digital audio and video production degree. Techniques and hands-on training from concept to the final master. Digital music recording studio with Mac-based Pro Tools and Alesis HD24. Location sound techniques and sound for video and film.

14071 Stephens, Ste. #A-5, Warren, MI 48089 Phone 877/683-1743 E-mail administrator@alexandermagazine.com Website www.alexandermagazine.com Degrees/Certificates: Recording Institute of Detroit Completions for Production Courses; RID Theory Certification on basic audio, mixing and music business. Online program study with lessons, reference materials, audio demonstrations and interactive quizzes. Online final exams and certification. Many additional advanced-study articles and postings. Free CD-ROM for high-speed study (U.S.-only). Study for Recording Institute of Detroit and other recording programs.

2 Music School Rd., Aspen, CO 81611 Phone 970/925-3254 E-mail school@aspenmusic.org Website www.aspen.com/musicfestival Program: The Edgar Stanton Audio Recording Institute is an intensive 4-week, full-time seminar/workshop. Provides a background in the basics of audio production and prepares students for a career as a recording engineer. A wide range of recording and guest lecturers are noted representatives of the recording and broadcasting industries. The session is limited to 10 students.

6610 Buffalo Hills, San Antonio, TX 78256-2330 Phone 210/698-9666 Website www.audio-eng.com Degrees/Certificates: 10-week basic and advanced Audio Engineering classes. Program: Classes are taught by Gold and Platinum record-winner Marius Perron III. Students are trained with part hands-on equipment, part lecture. Basic class covers theory, microphones, consoles, tape recorders, live band recording and mixing. Advanced class covers signal processors, hard disk recording, MIDI, synthesizers and samplers, drum machines and sequencers, audio-for-video, computer-assisted mixing, real-time analysis and studio equipment maintenance. The advanced course is structured around an apprentice engineering program working as second engineers at studios in San Antonio.

4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46208 Phone 317/940-9828 E-mail csarmstr@butler.edu Website www.butler.edu/telecom Degrees/Certificates: B.S. in Telecommunication Arts. Concentrations in Recording Industry Studies, Multimedia, Video Production and Electronic Journalism. Program: We prepare students to enter the recording industry by providing them with first-rate classroom instruction, hands-on experience with technology and internship opportunities at recording studios and music production facilities in the Midwest. Students encouraged to utilize our state-of-the-art on-campus studio and control rooms featuring Pro Tools, ADAT, a piano, MIDI keyboard and a wide selection of microphones.

Department of Music, Cleveland, OH 44106 Phone 800/808-MUSC E-mail musicinfo@case.edu Website http://music.case.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.A. in Audio Recording, 5-year double-major with Electrical Engineering. Program: Audio Recording Technology is a professional program for those interested in becoming audio recording engineers or working in recording studios. State-of-the-art facilities, frequent opportunities for hands-on-studio time and Case's national reputation in electrical engineering contribute to this program's appeal.

125 College Ave., Casper, WY 82601 Phone 307/268-2606 E-mail psearcey@caspercollege.edu Website www.caspercollege.edu Degrees/Certificates: Associate degree in Theater Tech, Music Performance, Music Ed., Music Theater and Multimedia. Program: Sound Reinforcement I: Live Sound Theory and Practice; Sound Reinforcement II: Recording Studio; independent studies in audio and recording 8-track analog on ½-inch tape, 16-track digital hard disk, Pro Tools, Tascam M512 mixing console, Sound Workshop 30 Series 8-track console, Roland VS 1680, Digi001, Tannoy monitors and a deep mic cabinet. Main control room remodeled 2003.

Hudson 108, Warrensburg, MO 64093 Phone 660/543-4589 E-mail honour@cmsu1.cmsu.edu Website www.cmsu.edu/music/musictech/mutechindex.htm Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M. in Music Technology. Program: Emphasis on audio engineering and musicianship. The program stresses hands-on learning with multitrack recording/editing studios, Pro Tools|HD3 and HD2 systems, sound reinforcement equipment, MIDI/synthesis studios and a 12-station computer lab. Internships required. Class sizes between 15 and 20 students. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

11021 East Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44106 Phone 216/791-5000 E-mail cimadmission@po.cwru.edu Website www.cim.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Audio Recording; double major with an Instrument or Composition major in five years. Program: Students record performances of the highly talented Institute faculty and students. Courses cover classical and popular music studio techniques, microphone selection and placement, surround sound, digital sound processing, audio for video, acoustics and studio maintenance. Equipment: See Website. Professional faculty features multiple-Grammy — winners Jack Renner and Michael Bishop, Dr. Peter D'Antonio, Bruce Egre (Azica Records) and Alan Bise.

2800 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano, TX 75074 Phone 972/516-5041 E-mail csmcclure@ccccd.edu Website www.ccccd.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year AAS in Commercial Music; 1-year certificate in Audio Engineering. Program: CCCCD offers a professional studio featuring Pro Tools 24 MIXPlus, Control|24 worksurface, Genelec 1030A monitors, a wide array of microphones and six Mac G4s with Digi001s for student projects. The MIDI/synth studio contains 16 Mac G4 workstations.

624 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605 Phone 312/344-7652 E-mail kimo@omik.com Website http://aemmp.colum.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.A. concentrating in Music Business with sub-concentrations in Music Production, Music Marketing, Label Management and Talent Management. 2-year M.A. or 2-year M.A.M. concentrating in Music Business with emphasis in Music Production and Label Management. Program: The Music Business curriculum includes specialty courses in producing recorded music, AEMMP Records (the student-run record label), music publishing and presenting live performances. In addition to studying comprehensive business foundations, students develop skills in critical thinking, communication and quantitative/qualitative analysis.

2900 Community College Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115 Phone 216/987-4252 E-mail tommy.wiggins@tri-c.edu Website www.tri-c.edu/rat Degrees/Certificates: 2-year (5-semester) A.A.S. in Recording Arts & Technology. Certified Pro Tools training center. Program: Students train under professional audio engineer/producer/faculty members and plan, execute and deliver finished audio products. Projects include producing recordings for regional music groups, cable television programs, RAT Records (student-run label) and concert sound production (summer outdoor amphitheater season on the river). Semester-length internship at local and national audio facilities.

6305 N. O'Connor Blvd., Ste. 119, Irving, TX 75039 Phone 866/498-1122 E-mail info.dallas@dallassoundlab.com Website www.dallassoundlab.com Degrees/Certificates: Diplomas in Audio Engineering and Studio Techniques; seminars in Music Business Administration, Audio Engineering for Film and Television Production and Contemporary Music Theory. Program: Courses provide students with extensive hands-on training SSL, API, Neve, Focusrite, Yamaha and Mackie consoles. Lab sessions are held in the school's 12,000-square-foot multistudio facility. Instructors are industry professionals. Many of our graduates have secured positions working with video-production companies, recording studios, television and radio stations, sound reinforcement companies, management agencies and other related media businesses.

4785 Eastern Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45226 Phone 513/281-7700 E-mail dbinfo@dbsounddesign.com Website www.dbsounddesign.com Degrees/Certificates: Certificate of completion. Program: Individual Pro Tools Training, with elements of MIDI and Recording Techniques. Instruction is offered in our studio, dB Recording & Sound Design. Training from novice to advanced.

101 Baldwin Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX 78404 Phone 361/698-1508 E-mail maipper@delmar.edu Website www.delmar.edu/comm/rtv/RTVHome1.html Degrees/Certificates: Radio & Television, 2-year A.A. degree. Program: Three-camera television studio with permanent interview and news sets. Control room includes switcher, character generator and audio board, a typical setup found in television stations. Students learn linear editing and advanced students do nonlinear projects. Two audio sound rooms, one set up to produce commercials, etc.

804 W. Belden Ave., Chicago, IL 60614 Phone 773/325-7444 E-mail rbeacraf@depaul.edu Website http://music.depaul.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Music. Program: SRT students take classes in analog and digital microelectronics, computer science and calculus, in addition to the undergraduate music curriculum. Recording classes and student practicum take place off-campus in a 48-track SSL studio where students have access to state-of-the-art equipment. On campus, students develop their skills at Studio DePaul, a Pro Tools facility featuring video, synthesis and surround sound capabilities.

190 Prospect, Elmhurst, IL 60126 Phone 630/617-3500 E-mail kevino@elmhurst.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Music Business, B.S. in Music Business, B.M. in Music Education, B.A. in Music. Program: In addition to classwork in music, business and business of music, students get hands-on experience through internships, industry speakers and course tours. Resources include a state-of-the-art 24-track digital studio, courses ranging from music theory to MIDI, recently expanded practice and recital facilities, and an artist faculty of more than 50. Scholarships available from trade organizations such as NAMM and NARAS, corporate sponsorship, a student chapter of MEIEA and an intern/job bank.

1 Campus Dr., Allendale, MI 49401 Phone 800/748-0246 E-mail go2gvsu@gvsu.edu Website www.gvsu.edu Degrees/Certificates: Electrical Engineering with Music minor. Program: Grand Valley State University has a unique program for students who have the talent and interest to combine engineering and music. This program can help launch a career that can span the entire audio and music industries, from hardware design and manufacturing to performance.

1010 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. N, Houston, TX 77043 Phone 713/718-5621 E-mail scott.gehman@hccs.edu Website http://nwc.hccs.edu/av Degrees/Certificates: A.A.S and Certificates in Audio Engineering; Certificates in MIDI Production; AAS and Certificates in Filmmaking, Production, Screenwriting. Program: Unlimited hands-on experience via eight fully equipped studios. Studio V: SSL 4048 G+, UREI, Lexicon, Eventide, Aphex processors; Telefunken, Neumann, AKG microphones; Studio IV: Pro Tools, Control|24; Studios IIIA and IIIB: Alesis X2 consoles, ADATs, synthesizers by Roland, Korg, Yahama, Oberheim, E-mu, Alesis, Akai. Studio II: Panasonic DA7 Video Post & Scoring. Studio I: 13 Mac G4 with Pro Tools, Korg and Roland. Studio VI/VI: 30 Final Cut Pro and Avid editing suites; Studio VIII: 3,000-square-foot sound stage.

1201 E. Third St., Bloomington, IN 47405 Phone 812/855-1087 E-mail kstrauss@indiana.edu Website www.music.indiana.edu/som/audio Degrees/Certificates: A.S. in Audio Technology, B.S. in Recording Arts. Program: As part of their coursework, students record performances of the IU School of Music, including symphonic, opera, jazz, chamber music and popular music; and complete over 200 hours of individual project time in the multitrack studio. Advanced students serve as engineers for university-sponsored CD projects (over 40 releases to date). Four performance hall recording studios, two DAW suites, a multitrack recording studio, two maintenance labs and a computing instruction classroom.

312 Washington Ave. North, Minneapolis, MN 55401 Phone 866/477-4840 E-mail lancesabin@iprschool.com Website www.iprschool.com Degrees/Certificates: Six-quarter A.A.S. in Audio Production and Engineering. 4-quarter Diploma programs in Audio Engineering and Audio Production. Two Certificate programs in Digidesign Pro Tools. Program: Identified by Digidesign as one of the “fastest growing Pro Tools learning centers in the Midwest,” our 40,000-plus-square-foot facilities include two SSL consoles, multiple recording studios each equipped with Pro Tools|HD Accel systems, over 50 Digi 002 Mac workstations, 11 ProControl consoles, each with HD Accel, plus, coming in fall 2004, the new ICON 7.1 integrated console. IPR faculty includes 10 Certified Pro Tools instructors and staff credited with over 50 Gold and Platinum awards.

6 So. Smithville Rd., Dayton, OH 45431 Phone 937/258-8251 Website www.icbproductions.com Degrees/Certificates: Associate degree program in Applied Science of Communication Arts in Television and Radio, Associate degree program of Applied Science in Video Production/Recording, Audio Engineer diploma program in Recording Audio Engineering, Diploma Program Broadcasting I. Program: ICB is a small, private college. Enrollment invitations are based on prospective students touring the facility and demonstrating commitment and desire to be part of the broadcasting and recording fields. Smaller class sizes ensure more individualized attention.

7250 State Ave., Kansas City, KS 66112 Phone 913/288-7634 E-mail mayfield@toto.net Website www.kckcc.edu/music Degrees/Certificates: Associate of Applied Science degree in Audio Engineering; Associate of General Studies degree with an emphasis in Music Technology. Program: Classes cover computing skills, MIDI, software and hardware synthesis, audio recording, audio editing and sound design, digital video production and live sound reinforcement. Classes limited to 12 students. Accredited by North Central Association. Two 24-track Alesis HD24XR studios, Pro Tools|HD2 studio, Soundcraft Ghost, 5.1 Genelec system, Pro Tools LE studio, multistation MIDI/digital audio/synthesis lab, multistation MIDI lab, digital video lab, live sound reinforcement, multitrack location recording system.

200 S. 14th, Parsons, KS 67357 Phone 888/522-3883 x1020 E-mail darylg@labette.edu Website www.labette.edu Degrees/Certificates: A.A.S. in Music Performance, A.A.S. in Music Technology. Program: Two-year program gives students hands-on experience. Students are encouraged to learn through recording sessions, classroom lectures and research assignments. Students gain knowledge in the use of MIDI production and digital audio recording through programs such as Digital Performer and Pro Tools. Freshmen utilize the Mackie 32×8 and 24×8 mixing consoles to record to ADAT and to the SDR24. Sophomores utilize the Tascam Digital 8-Bus to record to Pro Tools and Digital Performer. Internships available at area studios.

7700 Clocktower Dr., Kirtland, OH 44094 Phone 800/589-8520 E-mail rhill@Lakelandcc.edu Website www.Lakelandcc.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year certificates in Audio Engineering and Production, Video Production and Broadcast, Radio Engineering and Broadcast, Interactive Media Technology, Animation and Cartoon Arts, Interactive Entertainment Technology. 4-year Bachelor's of Communications (with emphasis in the above fields) through association with Notre Dame College. Program: Lakeland has provided quality, active, hands-on education taught by an educational faculty primarily comprising industry professionals. Certification and degrees in six broadcast and interactive media disciplines. Facilities include digital/analog studios/soundstages (24/48-track). Consoles by Otari, Sony, Mackie and SSL. Outboard by many leading manufacturers. Mac/PC media production labs.

2102 Agriculture Dr., Madison, WI 53718 Phone 608/663-2000 E-mail mmi@madisonmedia.com Website www.madisonmedia.com Degrees/Certificates: A.A. in Recording and Music Technology, A.A. in Multimedia Technology, Video Production diploma. Program: New education facility with over 19,000 square feet of state-of-the-art classrooms, computer labs and studio space. Low student-to-teacher ratios. Classes taught by industry professionals. Hands-on and classroom experience. Accredited. Placement service.

350 E. Royal Lane, Ste. 119, Irving, TX 75039 Phone 866/498-1122 E-mail steve@dallassoundlab.com Website www.mediatechinstitute.com Degrees/Certificates: Diploma/certification programs in Audio Engineering & Studio Techniques, Producing & Songwriting, Music Business Administration, Mixing, Mastering and Post-Production Audio, Live Sound Reinforcement and Multimedia Production. Program: With campuses in Dallas, Houston and Austin, students get immediate hands-on training in studios featuring SSL 6056E, SSL 4000G+, Neve 8058, API Legacy, Focusrite Control 24, Soundcraft TS-24 and Yamaha DM2000 consoles. Our extensive MIDI studios and digital editing suites showcase Pro Tools|HD systems, iZ RADAR 24, Otari, Sony and Studer. Job-placement assistance is provided, and financial aid is available.

1184 W. Main St., Decatur, IL 62522-2084 Phone 217/424-6300 E-mail swidenhofer@mail.millikin.edu Website www.millikin.edu/music.

1501 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403 Phone 612/659-6000 Website www.minneapolis.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year A.S. in Sound Arts. Program: The Sound Arts program is focused on the nature and control of sound with analog and digital tools. The craft of engineering plays a large part in the course, but the program focuses on a broader application of skills and liberal arts curriculum. Courses include the full range of engineering and production topics,project studio design, history of electronic music and music theory.

1104 7th Ave. S., Moorhead, MN 56563 Phone 218/477-2101 E-mail music@mnstate.edu Website www.mnstate.edu/music Degrees/Certificates: B.M., Music Industry (4-year); M.M., New Media (flexible program). Program: MIDI lab, recording studio, digital audio studio, film/video scoring studio; Dragon Tracks annual CD project; MEISA student organization.

4825 Richard Rd. S.W., Calgary, Alberta T3E6K6 Phone 403/440-6945 E-mail alamb@mtroyal.ca Website www.mtroyal.ca/communicationstudies/broadcasting.sh Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Diploma in Broadcasting. Program: The program teaches students to work as part of a team who inform, create, promote and entertain through radio and television, as well as in the expanding sectors of corporate in-house, and Web-based productions. With the guidance of industry-experienced, award-winning instructors, students learn to report, write and anchor news and sports programs; create, write and produce commercials; and record, edit and direct programs for both of these media. Our studios are equipped with current, digital technology that students use to produce radio and televison programs aired on local cable.

19 Exchange St. East, Saint Paul, MN 55101 Phone 800/594-9500 E-mail dsandridge@musictech.edu Website www.musictech.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year A.A.S.; 1-year diploma programs; 4-year Bachelor's degrees through a direct-transfer agreement with Augsburg College. Program: Musictech College is a leader in contemporary music education, drawing the finest students and faculty for 18 years. The college has developed one of the most advanced recording and production programs in the country alongside a respected school for professional musicians. Our facility features 10 studios, including three 5.1 rooms, as well as Trident, Sony and SSL consoles. An extensive Pro Tools training program.

801 East Benjamin Ave., Norfolk, NE 68701 Phone 402/844-7365 E-mail northeast_audio@yahoo.com Website www.northeastaudio.org Degrees/Certificates: 2-year A.A.S. in Audio/Recording Technology. Program: Located in Northeastern Nebraska, Northeast Community College's Audio/Recording Technology program combines thorough academics and hands-on training in live and studio environments. Facilities include two control rooms, recording studio, concert stage and isolation rooms. Otari, Soundcraft, Yamaha, Pro Tools, MOTU.

TIMARA Department, Oberlin, OH 44074 Phone 440/775-8413 E-mail Gary.Nelson@oberlin.edu Website www.timara.oberlin.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M., 4-year B.A. in Visual Arts with an emphasis in Digital Media. Program: Based at one of the nation's top-ranked conservatories, the TIMARA Department has excellent facilities for computer music, performance technology and new media. There are seven studios, including a recording studio (16-track digital tape, 16-track Pro Tools), two computer music studios, a digital media room with a Media 100 system and a computer music lab with multiple Mac-based workstation/samplers. The program admits fewer than 10 students per year.

Freed Center, OH 45810 Phone 419/772-2469 E-mail rgainey@onu.edu Website www.onu.edu/a+s/comm_arts Degrees/Certificates: B.S. Degree in Broadcasting and Electronic Media: 4-year, liberal arts degree program. Program: ONU offers academic programs in Broadcasting and Electronic Media and utilizes the facilities of WONB, 94.9 FM and ONU cable 3. Special courses offered in audio and video editing using Cool Edit Pro, Final Cut Pro and Avid.

9 S. College St., Athens, OH 45701 Phone 740/593-4870 E-mail tcomschool@ohiou.edu Website www.tcomschool.ohio.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.S. in Communications. Program: Audio Production Sequence requires the student to choose between three tracks in audio production: Music Recording, Media Production or Audio Post-Production for Moving Image. Our newly renovated recording complex includes an Amek Big 28×24 console, Tascam MX-2424 digital recorder, Pro Tools|HD with Control|24 mixing surface, and wide assortment of mics and processing gear. The school is also equipped with a 16-station Macintosh G4 digital media lab and a Sonic Solutions DVD-authoring system.

Department of Music, Stillwater, OK 74078 Phone 405/744-6133 E-mail twalker@okstate.edu Website: http://music.okstate.edu Degrees/Certificates: B.M. Music Business, Music Education, Music Performance; B.A. and M.M. in Pedagogy and Performance. Courses in music technology and recording techniques. Program: Courses are designed to offer undergraduate training in the fundamentals of music technology, sound recording and audio post-production. Our 24-track project studio is built around a Tascam MX-2424 and a Macintosh G5 Digi002 running Pro Tools. The Seretean Center for the Performing Arts also includes two performance halls, a computer lab, teaching studios and practice rooms.

2400 W. Bradley Ave., Champaign, IL 61821 Phone 217/351-8155 E-mail info@pogostudio.net Website www.parkland.edu Program: Since 1985, more than 1,500 people have learned the essentials of recording through Parkland College's Introduction to Recording Studio Class at Pogo Studio in Champaign. Instructor/producer/engineer/musician Mark Rubel gives skilled guidance and overview in a real-world, well-equipped environment. Pogo Studio features digital and analog recording (Studer/API), and a wealth of equipment and instruments. Rubel also teaches music business at Millikin University, is on the NARAS producer's committee and has recorded since 1980.

464 Heather Circle NE, North Canton, OH 44720 Phone 330/327-0660 E-mail Rasicci@Yahoo.com Degrees/Certicates: Audio Techincian Certification. Program: Emphasizes business and sound engineering. Course work includes audio production, business law, management and technical courses in acoustics. The program also includes in-depth study of analog and digital audio production techniques in the state-of-the-art recording studios on campus.

14611 9-Mile Rd., Eastpointe, MI 48021 Phone 800/683-1743 E-mail administrator@recordinginstitute.com Website http://recordinginstitute.com Degrees/Certificates: Recording Engineer certificate; Music Producer certificate; Associate Recording Engineer certificate. Program: Operating since 1975 with extensive training in recording and music production. Web training through Alexander Magazine. Three major studios, dedicated student control room and student workstations. SSL, Yamaha 02R and Tascam consoles, PC and Mac computers and 48-track digital and analog recorders. Small classes (eight to 10), relaxed and comprehensive. See Alexander Magazine entry.

455 Massieville Rd., Chillicothe, OH 45601 Phone 800/848-9900 E-mail info@recordingworkshop.com Website www.recordingworkshop.com Degrees/Certificates: Certificates in Recording Engineering and Music Production, Studio Maintenance and Troubleshooting, Advanced Recording Engineering and Music Production, New Tech Computer-Based Audio Production. Program: The Recording Workshop offers short-term training that has helped thousands of audio pros get their start. In less than two months, students get more real in-studio experience than at many other schools that last much longer. Working in small teams of three to six, total student body is restricted to 96. We have eight studios full of the latest gear. Affordable on-campus student housing, job-placement assistance and financial aid available.

2 Century Ave., Hutchinson, MN 55350 Phone 800/222-4424 E-mail digl@ridgewater.mnscu.edu Website www.ridgewater.mnscu.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year diploma in Audio Technology, 2-year A.A.S. in Audio Technology. Program: Program ranges from studio recording to live sound, system design and installation. Students achieve a strong electronics and computer-applications background. Students will work with Pro Tools|HD, Renkus-Heinz Ease and Ears, SIA Smaart Pro, BSS Soundweb, B&K acoustical test equipment and many other specializations.

6420 S.E. 15th St., Midwest City, OK 73110 Phone 405/733-7426 E-mail whiteroserecording@mac.com Website www.rose.edu/faculty/cwhite Degrees/Certificates: 2-year Liberal Studies degree with Music Recording option. Program: Provides the student with the entry training needed to begin work in the recording field. MIDI and audio recording, as well as songwriting and music business, are the emphasized areas. There are three recording lab areas for hands-on experience.

1401 S. College Ave., Levelland, TX 79336 Phone 806/894-9611 x2276 E-mail smoody@southplainscollege.edu Website: www.southplainscollege.edu/creativearts/soundtechnology Degrees/Certificates: 2-year A.A.S. in Sound Technology. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). Program: Two 24-track studios with Sony, Mackie digital consoles, Mackie HDR24/96 digital recorders. One 24/16-track digital/analog studio with Sony MXP-3036 console, MCI 2-inch analog, Mackie SDR24/96 digital. Lexicon, Yamaha, TC Electronic, Eventide, Summit, Orban, dbx, Drawmer processing. Neumann, Sennheiser, AKG, Shure, Earthworks, Audix, Electro-Voice microphones. 15-station Pro Tools lab, 12-station MOTU Performer Lab, two Digital Performer DAWs, MIDI lab. Small class sizes, individualized attention, affordable tuition and comprehensive curriculum.

601 University Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666 Phone 512/245-8451 E-mail me02@txstate.edu Website www.txstate.edu/music/srt Degrees/Certificates: Four-year B.M. in Sound Recording Technology. Program: SWT owns and operates the Fire Station, a multipurpose recording facility housing analog and digital recorders, an automated console and numerous professional microphones and outboard devices. Students participate in commercial recording sessions. Admission is competitive. Program applicants should have significant musical abilities, well-developed aural skills and possess competencies indicating an ability to complete calculus and other technical courses.

8780 Rufing Rd., Greenville, IN 47124 Phone 812/923-0174 E-mail brenda@synaudcon.com Website www.synaudcon.com Degrees/Certificates: “Week of Audio Training” includes System & Optimization and System Design. Program: Syn-Aud-Con offers a variety of seminars, each taught using a multimedia approach. The fundamental principles are also taught in a very practical way, which allows you to utilize them immediately within the workplace. The seminars are approved for continuing education units. Please visit Website.

PO Box 210096, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0096 Phone 513/556-5462 E-mail Michael.Hooker@uc.edu Website www.uc.edu/www/ccm/tdp Degrees/Certificates: B.F.A. in Theater Design and Production; M.F.A. in Theater Sound Design. Program: Coursework includes sound technology and production, theater aesthetics, critical listening, music, digital audio, recording, reinforcement and sound design. CCM offers a diverse season of shows, including large musicals, operas, dance and dramas. Facilities include three well-equipped theaters, a sound design studio and extensive reinforcement equipment.

Campus Box 162, PO Box 173364, Denver, CO 80217-3364 Phone 303/556-2727 E-mail rpritts@carbon.cudenver.edu Website www.cudenver.edu/cam Degrees/Certificates: 2-year M.S. in Recording Arts, 4-year B.S. in Music (major in Recording Arts or Music Industry Studies). Program: Master's emphasis in Advanced Recording Arts, Audio Pedagogy or Audio Forensics. Bachelor's emphasis in Technology, Music Business or Music Performance. Two 24-track analog and two 24-track digital control rooms, five performance studios, theater, concert hall, recital hall. Studies of audio sweetening, surround sound and music production. SPARS member, AES Student Section.

Department of Performing Arts Technology, 1100 Baits Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2085 Phone 734/763-7558 E-mail francieg@umich.edu Website www.music.umich.edu/departments/pat/index.lasso Degrees/Certificates: B.M. in Music and Technology, B.F.A. in Performing Arts Technology: Music Concentration, B.F.A. in Performing Arts Technology: Media Arts Concentration (Sonic Arts, Visual Arts, Engineering), B.S. in Sound Engineering, M.A. in Media Arts. Program: The department seeks to advance the aesthetics of technology-based arts through performance, the development of emerging technologies and research.

4949 Cherry St., Kansas City, MO 64110 Phone 816/235-2964 E-mail mardikest@umkc.edu Website www.umkc.edu Degrees/Certificates: M.F.A. in Theater Sound Design. Program: This three-year training program teaches students to create sound scores for the theater through design (interpretation, collaboration and idea development), technical skills (mastering tools of production with 24-track analog and Pro Tools), history (research, text analysis and dramatic history), production (artistic merging of design, history and technical skills) and entrepreneurship (study of the business and career growth).

206 Avery Hall, Lincoln, NE 68588-0511 Phone 402/472-2258 E-mail krnu@unlinfo.unl.edu Website www.jet.unl Degrees/Certificates: 4-year Bachelor's of Journalism degree in Broadcasting. Program: The College of Journalism and Mass Communications houses the broadcasting department with audio and video production facilities and the University's FM radio station, KRNU. Courses are devoted to audio and studio production for broadcast/cable operations and A/V production careers. Extensive digital audio and video gear.

Department of Radio-Television-Film, University Station A0800, Austin, TX 78712-0108 Phone 512/471-4071 E-mail blmohan@mail.utexas.edu (undergraduate), maureenc@mail.utexas.edu (graduate) Website www.utexas.edu/coc/rtf Degrees/Certificates: B.S., M.F.A. and Ph.D. Degrees in Radio, Television and Film. Program: Please see Website.

800 Algoma Blvd., Oshkosh, WI 54901 Phone 920/424-4224 E-mail messner@uwosh.edu Website www.uwosh.edu Degrees/Certificates: 4-year B.M. with an emphasis in Recording Technology. Program: Students are trained in digital tape/hard disk/analog studio featuring a Sony 3000 Series console with automation, extensive outboard gear, full lock-to-video, full Pro Tools system with Contro|24, mastering DAWs and a connected MIDI lab. Auditions are required. Final requirement is a full-semester internship.

1002 N. 1st St., Vincennes, IN 47591 Phone 812/888-5417 E-mail dyoung@vinu.edu Website www.vinu.edu Degrees/Certificates: 2-year A.S. and A.A.S. in Broadcasting and Music Recording. Program: Cool Edit Pro, Final Cut Pro, two low-power radi